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ANCC Magnet designated UPMC Passavant is currently hiring a Full-Time Interventional Technologist to support our Cardiac Catheterization Lab at the McCandless location. Title and salary will be determined based upon education and experience.

Shift Details:

+ Four 10-hour shifts

+ 7am - 5:30pm

+ On-call shifts required 1-2 nights a week and rotating weekends

+ Shifts will be further discussed during the interview

We are currently offering a $20,000 sign-on bonus for full-time Interventional Techs. External and eligible candidates

Responsibilities:

+ Administers contrast in accordance with assigned protocols under the direction of the proceduralist.

+ Demonstrate proper positioning and appropriate radiographic techniques for all interventional procedures.

+ Exhibits a clear understanding of correct patient preparation, equipment operations and patient monitoring systems.

+ Identifies all patients properly by using two patient identifiers and utilizes universal protocol when performing procedures.

+ Reviews patient history and assesses physician orders, applying specific departmental protocols for optimal results in the acquisition of data.

+ Documents patient history in electronic record as required.

+ Fosters an environment that supports aseptic technique during procedures and patient safety with the incorporation of a time-out process.

+ Demonstrates the ability to communicate instructions to patients in a clear and concise manner and explain procedures to help allay the patients fears and solicit their cooperation.

+ Ensures all exams within his/her area of responsibility are properly coded and tracked through RIS system

+ All exams are properly networked to ISITE for archiving and interpretation, and all charges are adequately entered for the exams performed.

+ Demonstrates a strong ability to interact with both patients and co-workers, while displaying a high level of caring, listening, dignity and respect.

+ Able to work as team member within the department and all other departments to expedite patient care efficiently.

+ Support other departments performing general radiographic procedures, if needed.

+ Graduate of an ARRT approved school of Radiologic Technology or an accredited program in invasive cardiovascular technology.Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:

+ ARRT Certificate OR Registered Cardiac Electrophysiology Specialist OR Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist

+ Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) required within one year of hire/transfer into department/role.

+ Basic Life Support (BLS) OR Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)

+ Act 34

UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran